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England — World Cup 2026
1× FIFA World Cup winner (1966)
Group L · Model Elo 2082 · Founded 1872 · Wembley Stadium
England are in Group L. Our model rates their title chance at 6.5% (Elo strength 2082, reaching the knockout stage 99% of the time). Below are AI predictions for all 3 group-stage fixtures.
About England
England are one of the 48 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawn in Group L. The national side was founded in 1872. They play home matches at the Wembley Stadium in Wembley, London, which seats 90,000.
- Founded: 1872
- Home stadium: Wembley Stadium (capacity 90,000)
- Based in: Wembley, London
- Official site: www.thefa.com
Record
England have played 1,088 internationals since 1872, winning 623 for a 57.3% win rate (623W 258D 207L, 2,377 goals for / 1,041 against). At the FIFA World Cup their record is 32W 22D 20L from 74 matches.
Recent form
- L vs Japan 0–1 · 2026-03-31
- D vs Uruguay 1–1 · 2026-03-27
- W vs Albania 2–0 · 2025-11-16 · FIFA World Cup qualification
- W vs Serbia 2–0 · 2025-11-13 · FIFA World Cup qualification
- W vs Latvia 5–0 · 2025-10-14 · FIFA World Cup qualification
- W vs Wales 3–0 · 2025-10-09
Historical results from the martj42 dataset (CC0).
Group L Fixtures & Predictions
FAQ
Which group is England in at the 2026 World Cup?
England are in Group L.
What are England's chances of winning the 2026 World Cup?
Our model gives England a 6.5% chance of winning the tournament, from an Elo strength rating of 2082.
When was the England national football team founded?
1872.
Where do England play their home matches?
At the Wembley Stadium in Wembley, London (capacity 90,000).
How many World Cups has England won?
England have won the FIFA World Cup 1 time: 1966.
What is England's all-time record?
England have played 1088 internationals, winning 623 (57.3%). At the World Cup they have 32 wins, 22 draws and 20 defeats from 74 matches.